Production Technologist

Title : Production Technician / Technologist (Electrical)

Work Location : Thurso, Quebec

Division & Department : Production

Position Reports to : Production Manager

COMPANY VALUES

All Authentix employees are expected to embrace our Company values in the performance of their respective tasks and duties.

Always with integrity .......Authentixians value :

• Dedicate ourselves to our customers’ success
• Compete and win with integrity
• Create innovative solutions with science and technology
• Team and collaborate with accountability

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Technician / Technologist (Electrical / Electronics) plays a crucial role in the production team. This position involves operating, maintaining, and providing operational support for vacuum coating, UV casting, and other equipment. Key responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electrical / electronic systems, such as motor controllers and PLCs, to ensure optimal performance and minimize production downtime. The technologist / technician will work closely with the production and engineering teams to implement process improvements and contribute to the business needs through continuous improvement initiatives.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are representative of the functions that must be performed in order to satisfactorily fulfill the purpose of this job. Additional functions and duties may be assumed or assigned from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology, or an equivalent certification or qualification.

A minimum of 2-3 years of engineering experience.

Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and production documents.

Strong knowledge of electrical and electronic systems, including motor controllers, PLCs, ladder logic PLC programs, electrical wiring, and circuit breakers.

Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing electrical and electronic issues in an industrial setting.

Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Project, Teams, and Outlook.

Assets

Knowledge and experience with vacuum deposition processes and optical thin film manufacturing in a roll-to-roll process.

Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Health and Safety SDS knowledge and material handling experience.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

Environment : Work is performed primarily in a standard ( office / warehouse / lab ) environment.Employees may work under the stress of regular interdepartmental interaction and pressure to meet various deadlines.

Physical : Essential functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an ( office / warehouse / lab ) setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and / or sit for prolonged periods of time; must be able to hear and verbally communicate in order to exchange information in person or over the phone; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift, carry, push and / or pull up to 25 pounds of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement; to occasionally travel to other locations using various modes of private or commercial transportation.